Dr. Saif Mahmood

Dr Saif Mahmood is an internationally recognised cross-jurisdictional lawyer and legal scholar, admitted to practice in India, England and Wales, and in the DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre) and ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market) Courts in the UAE. An Advocate of the Supreme Court of India, he combines exceptional courtroom advocacy with deep corporate expertise, handling high-stakes corporate-commercial disputes and complex cross-border transactions across the India–UK–UAE business and investment corridor. He holds a doctorate in law and has served as a Visiting Academic at the University of Oxford, bridging practice and scholarship at the highest levels.

Saif’s professional expertise spans corporate-commercial law, international law, energy and infrastructure, hospitality, media and entertainment, real estate, and technology. He has advised diverse clients, led multi-million-dollar transactions, and managed complex disputes across multiple jurisdictions.

Recognised as an authority in family law and succession planning, his work has been cited by a Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court of India. He is a sought-after speaker at international conferences and academic forums and has held prominent positions in global legal organisations, contributing to discourse on law, policy and governance.

Beyond his legal practice, Saif is a leading South Asian voice in Urdu literature and cultural heritage, recognised globally for his profound engagement with the arts.